The Duttons face a new set of challenges in the early 20th century, including the rise of Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression.
Much of “1923” Season Two is dedicated to cranking up the suspense, only to culminate in the devastating loss of Alexandra Dutton. It’s a daring narrative decision—one that immediately heightens the emotional intensity, but also risks turning off fans who have become invested in her journey. Alexandra’s storyline has always been one of the show’s rare sources of optimism, so her sudden departure casts a shadow over everything that follows. The series squeezes as much sorrow as possible from her final moments, yet there’s a lingering feeling of dissatisfaction as the plot seems to move past her death too quickly. Instead of giving us genuine consequences or introspection from those left behind, the show offers a few mournful glances before quickly shifting focus.
This isn’t the only unresolved element. Season two is crowded with plots that simply fade away. Jack and Elizabeth’s challenges appear to be building toward something significant, but instead lose momentum amid a tangle of secondary stories. Spencer’s trek back home still lacks closure, and the Dutton ranch’s fate remains uncertain. For every scene that shines—whether it’s stunning visuals or biting dialogue—there’s another subplot that feels abandoned without warning. The show’s atmosphere and attention to historical detail haven’t waned, but the script seems unsure of which tale it wants to pursue.
There are moments that capture what makes “1923” compelling, but Alexandra’s demise, shocking as it is, comes to symbolize the season as a whole: ambitious moves and bold storytelling, but a lack of follow-through. By the end, viewers are left still hoping for the show to make good on the expectations it has set.
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